Santorini · November
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)31 (88) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)20 (68) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 11° (52°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)10– (50–)17 (63) | 17° (63°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)17 (63) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 6h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 12h | 12h | 11h | 10h | 8h | 6h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) | 19° (66°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d68mm (2.7") | 6d49mm (1.9") | 3d25mm (1.0") | 1d10mm (0.4") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 4d31mm (1.2") | 7d58mm (2.3") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
November in Santorini at 20°C (68°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (31 mm (1.2 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The sea is 21°C (70°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
The golden off-season: the sea is at its warmest of the year, the cruise season winds down and the atmosphere in the caldera bars becomes more intimate. For many Santorini connoisseurs, October is simply the best month.
Packing list for Santorini in November
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is November a good time to visit Santorini?
- November is not an optimal month for Santorini (Score: 57/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Santorini in November?
- In November, Santorini sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 10°C (50°F).
- How much rain falls in Santorini in November?
- In November, Santorini receives an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Santorini get in November?
- Santorini averages 6 sunshine hours per day in November — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Santorini in November?
- Water temperature in Santorini in November averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
